A diabetes nurse is discussing lifestyle measures that a patient with a recent diagnosis of type 1 diabetes can use to manage his disease. When discussing the benefits of exercise with this patient, the nurse should recommend that he:
A) Eat a snack immediately following exercise to prevent hypoglycemia
B) Use exercise to lower his blood sugar during hyperglycemic episodes
C) Exercise a similar amount at a similar time each day
D) Avoid physical activity until he is able to manage his blood sugars independently
C
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